Strawberry Bread
Strawberry Bread is a delightful blend of sweetness and freshness, perfect for any occasion. This soft and moist loaf, bursting with ripe strawberries and subtle hints of vanilla, is an irresistible treat that will elevate your brunch or picnic spread. With its beautiful golden crust and tender crumb, each slice promises a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs then mix in oil and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in nuts or chocolate chips. Substitute half of the strawberries with blueberries for a berry medley twist. Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to three days or freeze portions for up to three months.